An Arizona State University course entitled "U.S. Race Theory and the Problem of Whiteness" has sparked protests and even garnered hate mail for the professor, but some on campus see no problem with the subject.

The late "liberal lion" Sen. Edward Kennedy was hailed by political leaders from across the country and political spectrum at the formal dedication of an institute named for him in Boston. It features a full-size replica of the Senate chamber.

With fewer than 300 native Cherokee speakers remaining in North Carolina, tribe members hope to preserve their language and culture through a small school where children are immersed in their people's native tongue. (March 25)

A police officer in San Jose, California was shot to death Tuesday after responding to a call about a man threatening to commit suicide. Officers closed off several streets in East San Jose as they searched for the shooter. (March 25)

President Barack Obama announced new efforts to encourage more students from various background to pursue education in science, technology, engineering and math at the annual White House Science Fair. (March 23)